Tyler Provost

College: Provost is entering his first season with the Red Hawks. He is a transfer from Patten University. He also attended Gavilan Junior College, where he earned second team all-conference honors, was on the Dean's List four times, and was Student-Athlete of the Month in February 2010.

High School: Provost played two years of varsity baseball at San Beito High School. He earned second team all-league honors and the student-athlete award four times.

Personal: Tyler is the son of Noel and Kathy Provost. His favorite athlete is Brian Wilson; his favorite food is pizza; and his favorite scripture is Philippians 4:13. His hobbies include working out. His career goal is to become a firefighter.

Reason for coming to Simpson: "I chose Simpson because of the amazing campus and the chance to play baseball."